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Indepth Arts News:
"Palace of Gold & Light: Treasures from the Topkapi, Istanbul"
2000-07-14 until 2000-09-24
San Diego Museum of Art
San Diego, CA,
USA United States of America
One of history's most powerful empires is highlighted by this exhibition of imperial jewels and treasures from the Topkapi Palace in
Istanbul, Turkey. Rare art and artifacts from the royal home of the Ottoman Sultans will be on view, representing the extraordinary
artistic achievements and blending of cultural aesthetics that occurred during the Ottoman Empire.
Highlights include: the famous
emerald and diamond adorned Topkapi dagger; a magnificently crafted imperial throne; rich textiles; jewel-encrusted imperial
ceremonial objects; intricately designed wool and silk carpets; finely crafted armor and weaponry; Chinese porcelains; musical
instruments; and illuminated religious and literary manuscripts. The exhibition also explores the powerful roles the Sultan held in
Ottoman society, including absolute monarch, supreme religious leader, military strategist and royal patron of art and education. Palace
of Gold & Light: Treasures from the Topkapi, Istanbul is organized by the Palace Arts Foundation, a nonprofit institution dedicated to
fostering international cultural exchange. Lead corporate support has been provided by Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation.
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